City of Canton
Salary Range: $20.48-$27.66/hour (+$10-$20/hour in benefits)
Employment with the City of Canton comes with a full array of benefits. We offer comprehensive health insurance, a retirement plan, paid vacations, paid holidays and sick time.
Applicants must apply at governmentjobs.com. Applicants must submit a copy of a valid commercial driver’s license and any other pertinent documentation with their application.
Eligibility
High school graduate or possess a G.E.D.
Valid commercial driver’s license Class A with Tank Endorsement
U.S. Citizen or hold a permanent resident card
At least 18 years of age
Departments Street Department, Collections Systems Department, and Water Department.
General Statement of Duties Operates trucks and other light‑heavy mechanical construction equipment. Performs manual labor as necessary and all work as designated by a supervisor.
Distinguishing Features of the Class Can operate all vehicles and equipment as specified for a Utility Operator 2/Semiskilled Laborer, plus roller, sweeper, tandem, flusher and loader.
Examples of Work
Drive trucks for a variety of construction, clean‑up, and other City maintenance operations.
Handle and move materials for storage, maintenance, or construction.
Assist in installation, maintenance, and repair of city facilities and infrastructure.
Perform duties of a Utility Operator 2/Semiskilled Laborer.
May direct a crew to which they are assigned unless a supervisor is present.
Other related duties not listed but consistent with the above examples may also be required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of all types of public works construction, maintenance, and repair work.
Full knowledge of the city streets.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Good physical condition and good attendance record.
Ability to deal tactfully with the public when needed.
Ability to drive a truck and operate various light to heavy equipment.
Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments when needed.
Must maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with the Tank Endorsement at all times.
Acceptable Experience and Training Training within the City or experience with a private contractor, or other combination of knowledge, training, and experience which provides the necessary skills is acceptable. Must be a thoroughly experienced truck driver with a good background in construction equipment.
Examination After the application is filed, candidates will be notified of the location, date, and time of the examination. The examination covers map reading, safety, mathematics, mechanical comprehension, general labor knowledge, public relations, and other related areas. A 60% passing score will be used.
Repeating the Examination Per civil service rules, an applicant who has competed in a civil service exam cannot repeat that examination or take an examination for the same classification within four months from the date of the original examination, unless an alternative form of examination is given or other standards are specified.
Rating Your name will be placed on a list of eligible candidates upon a passing score. The name will remain on the list for one year.
Disclaimer All applicants will receive an email confirming receipt of their application. If no confirmation email is received, contact Civil Service to confirm that the application went through. If still no confirmation, call office at 330‑489‑3360.
Notice to Veterans Veterans and members of the reserve component may file a certificate of service to receive an additional credit in the examination grade as described under state law.
Drug Testing Requirement Position is subject to drug testing. Eligibility is not considered final until a negative result is achieved.
Background Investigation Candidates may be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including criminal record checks and driving record checks.
ADA Compliance Reasonable accommodation will be made available to qualified applicants in need of it.
Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, disability type, or any other non‑merit factor.
Authorizations BY ORDER OF THE CANTON CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Rachel A. Forchione, Director
Anna M. Moeglin, Assistant Director
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Applicants must apply at governmentjobs.com. Applicants must submit a copy of a valid commercial driver’s license and any other pertinent documentation with their application.
Eligibility
High school graduate or possess a G.E.D.
Valid commercial driver’s license Class A with Tank Endorsement
U.S. Citizen or hold a permanent resident card
At least 18 years of age
Departments Street Department, Collections Systems Department, and Water Department.
General Statement of Duties Operates trucks and other light‑heavy mechanical construction equipment. Performs manual labor as necessary and all work as designated by a supervisor.
Distinguishing Features of the Class Can operate all vehicles and equipment as specified for a Utility Operator 2/Semiskilled Laborer, plus roller, sweeper, tandem, flusher and loader.
Examples of Work
Drive trucks for a variety of construction, clean‑up, and other City maintenance operations.
Handle and move materials for storage, maintenance, or construction.
Assist in installation, maintenance, and repair of city facilities and infrastructure.
Perform duties of a Utility Operator 2/Semiskilled Laborer.
May direct a crew to which they are assigned unless a supervisor is present.
Other related duties not listed but consistent with the above examples may also be required.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of all types of public works construction, maintenance, and repair work.
Full knowledge of the city streets.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Good physical condition and good attendance record.
Ability to deal tactfully with the public when needed.
Ability to drive a truck and operate various light to heavy equipment.
Ability to make minor repairs and adjustments when needed.
Must maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License with the Tank Endorsement at all times.
Acceptable Experience and Training Training within the City or experience with a private contractor, or other combination of knowledge, training, and experience which provides the necessary skills is acceptable. Must be a thoroughly experienced truck driver with a good background in construction equipment.
Examination After the application is filed, candidates will be notified of the location, date, and time of the examination. The examination covers map reading, safety, mathematics, mechanical comprehension, general labor knowledge, public relations, and other related areas. A 60% passing score will be used.
Repeating the Examination Per civil service rules, an applicant who has competed in a civil service exam cannot repeat that examination or take an examination for the same classification within four months from the date of the original examination, unless an alternative form of examination is given or other standards are specified.
Rating Your name will be placed on a list of eligible candidates upon a passing score. The name will remain on the list for one year.
Disclaimer All applicants will receive an email confirming receipt of their application. If no confirmation email is received, contact Civil Service to confirm that the application went through. If still no confirmation, call office at 330‑489‑3360.
Notice to Veterans Veterans and members of the reserve component may file a certificate of service to receive an additional credit in the examination grade as described under state law.
Drug Testing Requirement Position is subject to drug testing. Eligibility is not considered final until a negative result is achieved.
Background Investigation Candidates may be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including criminal record checks and driving record checks.
ADA Compliance Reasonable accommodation will be made available to qualified applicants in need of it.
Equal Employment Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, disability type, or any other non‑merit factor.
Authorizations BY ORDER OF THE CANTON CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
Rachel A. Forchione, Director
Anna M. Moeglin, Assistant Director
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